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ampli-tuner: front view
ampli-tuner: front view
Device combining the functions of a tuner (receiving radio signals) and an amplifier (increasing the strength of a sound signal).
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input selector
Button that selects the source of signals in the device including tuner, cassette deck, CD or DVD player.
input lights
Small indicator lights showing the selected input.
FM mode select button
Button that selects the sound reproduction mode (monophonic or stereophonic) on the FM band.
tape recorder select button
Button that activates and deactivates a VCR.
display
Liquid crystal display showing instructions for setting or operating the ampli-tuner.
memory button
Button used to hold certain stations in memory.
band select button
Button used to select an AM or FM band.
preset tuning button
Button used to tune into a station held in memory.
tuning buttons
Buttons used to select a broadcast frequency.
loudspeaker system select buttons
Buttons used to activate or deactivate one or more loudspeakers.
input select button
Button used to select a six-channel DVD input, which creates a three-dimensional sound environment (home theater).
sound field control
Dial used to select a particular listening environment, including concert hall, cabaret and live.
sound mode lights
Small indicator lights showing the sound mode selected.
sound mode selector
Dial used to select the sound reproduction mode, including monophonic, stereophonic and ambiophonic.
balance control
Button used to adjust the relative volume of the left and right channels.
loudspeakers
treble tone control
Button used to adjust the relative level of high-frequency sounds.
bass tone control
Button used to adjust the relative level of low-frequency sounds.
headphone jack
Slot that takes the plug from the headphones.
headphones
volume control
power button
Mechanical connection that turns the ampli-tuner on or off.